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Which micromineral is essential to the production of thyroid hormones?
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The micronutrient essential to the production of thyroid hormone is the halogen Iodine.
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The element essential for the production of thyroid hormones is?
An element that causes thyroid trouble is IodineIodine
Responsible for production of thyroid hormones?
The thyroid produces thyroid hormones.
Is excessive production of thyroid hormones noninfectious or infectious?
Excessive production of thyroid hormones is noninfectious.
True or False The element essential for the production of thyroid hormones is magnesium?
Iodine
What is iodine necessary for?
Iodine is needed for the normal metabolism of cells. Metabolism is the process of converting food into energy. Humans need iodine for normal thyroid function, and for the production of thyroid hormones
Does increased thyroid hormone production increase or decrease TRH production?
Thyroid releasing hormone (TRH) is released when thyroid hormones are low. Increased thyroid hormone production would serve to inhibit/decrease TRH release.
What gland directly regulates the production of hormones in other glands?
The Thyroid.
What large halogen is essential function of the thyroid gland?
The halogen that is essential for the function of the thyroid gland is Iodine. Iodine is the fuel for the thyroid which uses it to attach to other molecules to create the main thyroid hormones T4 and T3.
What is too much or too little production of thyroid hormones?
Too much production of thyroid hormones is referred to as hyperthyroidism. It can result in symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, and irritability. Too little production of thyroid hormones is known as hypothyroidism. It can cause symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, and depression.
What happen when you remove the thyroid gland?
When the thyroid gland is removed, there is no production of thyroid hormones. Therefore, a person is usually put on daily thyroid medication as prescribed by their physician. This person is also treated in a similar way as those with hypothyroidism, or the under production of thyroid hormones.
Is TSH a hormone?
Yes it is a hormone of pitutory.It stimulates production of hormones by thyroid.
How is the production of hormones such as thyroxine and estrogen regulated?
If you have an inactive thyroid, than usually they will regulate it with a medication called synthroid. People who have there thyroid removed also have it regulated with a medication called synthroid.
